Grand National Runners & Riders 2024 – Guide to All Horses & Weights

Knowing who the Grand National runners are is important if you’re betting on the main event at Aintree Racecourse. This is all about the horses hoping to run in the world’s most famous steeplechase. We have all the Grand National runners and riders this year, plus plenty more besides.

Grand National Runners List

There are so many more horses entered than just the 34, down from 40, that can run in this race. That is part of what makes any Grand National runners list so intriguing. We are dealing with one of the biggest horse racing events anywhere in the world here. Racehorse trainers plot the entire season around getting the equine athletes to peak fitness at Aintree.

While jockey bookings won’t be known until the week of the race, Grand National runners and riders are still worth looking at. Below you will find all the information you need on those entered in the big race. There are Grand National runners and weights they carry side by side with ages, trainers and recent form to help you find the right horse for you:

1. Noble Yeats

Defied all trends and stats when landing this race as a seven-year-old in 2022 (147). Gallant effort when staying on into fourth and bidding to retain crown 12 months ago (166). Campaigned over hurdles this season and won the Cleeve on Festival Trials Day. Disappointing seventh in the Stayers’ Hurdle latest. Given form over the fences, one of the Grand National runners that commands respect.

2. Nassalam

Routed rivals when sluicing through the mud at Chepstow to land the Welsh Grand National under a penalty (145). Relished testing ground. Nearest at the finish when fourth in the Grand Sefton over these fences (142). Clearly wanted a lot further and tilt at Cheltenham Gold Cup when pulling up latest (161) was perhaps aiming a bit high. Much higher in weights now, but acts on the course. May not be so effective on sounder going.

3. Coko Beach

Threw hat into ring for this once again with P.P. Hogan win over the banks at Punchestown latest (161). As good as ever this season with Troytown win over regulation fences at Navan (153). Solid staying on second in the Becher on third run over these fences in-between (162). Has plenty of experience at Aintree races and of the course.

4. Capodanno

Pulled up before the final fence here 12 months ago (160). Staged revival since with 80/1 third in the Savills Chase at Leopardstown and Cotswold Chase success on Festival Trials Day (159). Kept on into fourth in the Ryanair Chase during Cheltenham latest (161) en route back here. Fluency of jumping a concern.

5. I Am Maximus

Irish Grand National winner (149) last Easter by a length under a fine ride. Took advantage of novice status by dropping back in trip and landing the Drinmore back at Fairyhouse on reappearance (158). Fourth and third to Galopin Des Champs in the Savills Chase and Irish Gold Cup before impressive Bobbyjo Chase victory back up in trip latest (158). Jumps left, but that no problem at Aintree.

6. Minella Indo

Won twice from 10 subsequent starts to his 2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup triumph. Rated 175 at his peak and landed last season’s New Year’s Day Chase at Tramore (168). Successful reappearance in the Irish Daily Star around Leopardstown, last of four in Down Royal Champion Chase, but eye-catching fourth on Cross Country debut off topweight in a handicap latest (160). Success down that route could lead to a tilt at this.

7. Corach Rambler

Last year’s winner (146) followed-up on repeat victory in the Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham with glory here. Poor fifth at Kelso races on reappearance (159) when didn’t look off a yard down in trip, but better when third in the Betfair Chase (159). Seems best caught in the spring with liking for both Cheltenham and Aintree and fine third in the Gold Cup latest (159). Previous winners when returning as Grand National runners invariably given a lot more to do at the weights, though, and that’s the case off 13lb higher here.

8. Janidil

Fairyhouse Gold Cup winner of 2021 and Irish Gold Cup third the following year. Red Mills Chase scorer on reappearance last season and mostly in small field conditions races over fences. Nowhere in the Stayers’ Hurdle at Cheltenham latest. This longer trip interesting on pick of hurdles form, but has a mistake in him. Owner has other Grand National runners to consider.

9. Stattler

National Hunt Chase winner two years ago (153). Runner-up in last season’s Irish Gold Cup (163), but not matched that form since. Didn’t take to Punchestown Banks course on Cross Country debut when poor fourth latest (160). That cause for concern. Yard has other Grand National runners to consider. Not certain to take part if ground doesn’t dry out.

10. Mahler Mission

Lost both front shoes but ran career best when runner-up in the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury latest (151). Still in front when fell two out in National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham last season (146). Lightly-raced and one of the most interesting Grand National runners with potentially more to come. Likely jockey won’t be able to use claim.

11. Delta Work

Dual Cross Country Chase scorer at Cheltenham who finished third here two years ago (160). Never nearer sixth in the Boyne Hurdle at Navan latest, which should bring him on for spring targets as it has before. Was still going fine when almost came down and unseated rider at 21st fence in this 12 months ago (159).

12. Foxy Jacks

Made most of the running in a Cross Country handicap at Cheltenham on penultimate outing (149). Form franked. Previously third in the Kerry National (147). Fell at ninth fence on this course in the Topham back in 2022 (144). Improving in banks races since and fourth in a Pertemps Qualifier over hurdles latest. Trainer has won the Grand National before with Rule The World.

13. Galvin

Unseated at the first fence in this race 12 months ago (166). Winner of the National Hunt Chase at the 2021 Cheltenham Festival, fourth in the 2022 Gold Cup and runner-up in last year’s Cross Country (166). Found life in handicaps in that sphere tougher this season finishing eighth (160) and fifth (157). Encouraging effort over smaller obstacles in Boyne Hurdle latest. Effective on better ground and worth another crack at this off 11lb lower than last year.

14. Farouk D’Alene

Ten Up winner as a novice at Navan in 2022, then fell two out going well in Broadway at Cheltenham Festival. Missed 613 days and fell again on return in the Troytown (155). Fifth in a 2m 6f Listed event at Thurles (155). Neck second in Pertemps Qualifier over hurdles at Leopardstown, but pulled up in the Final latest. Entry interesting on novice form.

15. Eldorado Allen

Won the Denman Chase at Newbury in 2022 (155) and shaped nicely there when staying on into fourth in the Coral Gold Cup this season (154). Campaigned over hurdles since, perhaps to protect his mark for a tilt at this. Pulled up in the Ultima at Cheltenham on return to fences latest (153). Interesting among Grand National runners for a stable that likes to have runners at Aintree and this meeting, for all he’s 3lb wrong with revised official mark.

16. Ain’t That A Shame

Dual Gowran Park winner over fences including 3m 1f Thyestes Chase latest (144). Tailed off last of 17 to finish in this race 12 months ago (146). One of the Grand National runners who is best on testing going. Now on a career high mark. Worst runs of career on spring ground.

17. Vanillier

Gallant runner-up in this race last year (147). Campaigned with serious view to going one better ever since. Run over hurdles or shorter trips clearly to protect current rating and runner-up in Bobbyjo Chase on return to fence at Fairyhouse latest (151). One of the obvious Grand National runners to note if turning up in the same form, even off a 4lb higher mark than 12 months ago.

18. Mr Incredible

Saddle slipped and unseated rider at the Canal Turn here 12 months ago (145). Had run eye-catching trials for this race when runner-up in the Classic Chase at Warwick (142) and third in the Kim Muir (145). Obvious claims off back of fine second off topweight in Midlands Grand National at Uttoxeter races latest (150) on reappearance. Ability clearly retained from last season. One of the Grand National runners to take seriously off 5lb higher.

19. Run Wild Fred – Non-Runner On The Day

Troytown winner back in 2021 as a novice (145). Fell at the Canal Turn in this race two years ago (158). Missed second half of last season, then Munster National fifth and Troytown ninth (both 149). Failed to complete on three latest starts. Perhaps not the force of old.

20. Latenightpass

Second, first and fourth in the last three editions of the Aintree Foxhunters. Defied career high mark in second try in Cross Country handicap at Cheltenham (140) before Grade 2 staying novice hurdle fifth as prep at Haydock races latest. Skipped the Festival to be fresh, but this an interesting alternative target for connections to explore with previous course experience.

21. Minella Crooner

All out to win Listed 2m 7f event at Wexford on reappearance (144). Appeared to tire from before four out and pulled up in 3m 5f Porterstown at Fairyhouse (144). Similar story in last season’s National Hunt Chase (146). Rallying third in New Year’s Day Chase around Tramore (143), but pulled up in the Ultima at Cheltenham latest (146). One of many Grand National runners with stamina queries.

22. Adamantly Chosen

Twice runner-up in Grade 1 novice chases over the winter of 2022-23. Not always a fluent jumper and 10th in Paddy Power (148) at Leopardstown during Christmas Festival. No better when seventh in Grade 3 handicap down in trip at same venue (also 148). Definite improvement when wide-margin winner of 3m 2f conditions chase at Down Royal latest (147). Now eligible for a run here and 2lb well-in.

23. Mac Tottie

Victories in the 2021 Grand Sefton and 2022 Topham Chase (both 135) over these fences. Returned from 430-day racecourse absence to land veterans’ middle distance chase on the Mildmay Course on reappearance (143), but two subsequent sevenths over hurdles and fences. Seems to be struggling with career high mark, but likes the track completed twice from three starts in this unique test of jumping. Stamina question marks.

24. Chemical Energy

Purchased for €215,000 during the February dispersal Sales at Fairyhouse by new owners presumably with this in mind. Runner-up in last season’s National Hunt Chase during the Cheltenham Festival (147). Entitled to come on for reappearance sixth in the Kerry National at Listowel in the autumn latest (147). Will he need the run?

25. Limerick Lace

Likeable mare who was a gallant runner-up in the Troytown at Navan after a winning reappearance at Clonmel (both 141). Way too good for the best of British when romping home in the Yorkshire Silver Vase at Doncaster (147). Unexposed as a stayer and could go down this route after landing the Mares’ Chase at Cheltenham latest (also 147). She’s 6lb well-in to this.

26. Meetingofthewaters

Won Paddy Power Chase as a novice on just fourth career start and handicap debut over fences (130). Unlucky to get hampered and unseated at the first at Dublin Racing Festival (145). Good third in the Ultima Handicap Chase at Cheltenham latest (147). Purchased by powerful Irish owner prior to that.

27. The Goffer

Eye-catching fourth in the bet365 Gold Cup at Sandown races last spring (149). Nearest at finish when fifth in the Kerry National this past autumn (145). May have had excuses when beaten favourite as hampered five out and came eight in Munster National (145). Only fifth in the Ultima at Cheltenham latest (147) when appearing not to stay up the hill. Yielding or good to soft going appears optimum. Interesting contender if getting a run on this flatter track.

28. Roi Mage

Veteran who finished a fine seventh in this race 12 months ago (149). Won a big Cross Country race in his native France since on reappearance, but trailed in last at Tramore on New Year’s Day (147). Second in same 3m 2f conditions chase at Down Royal as 12 months ago latest (also 147). May have one last tilt over these fences, but obviously vulnerable to younger legs. One of the Grand National runners that can’t be totally written off with 2lb less on his back.

29. Glengouly

Runner-up in two valuable handicaps on heavy ground this winter, first at Limerick (137) and then the Thyestes Chase (141) before finishing down the field in the Festival Plate at Cheltenham latest (146). Sole career win over fences on better going, however, and one of the more interesting Grand National runners as a result, but the Topham is also an option.

30. Galia Des Liteaux

Mare who shaped very encouragingly under a big weight in first-time cheekpieces when narrow runner-up at Warwick races in the Classic Chase (142). Likes soft and heavy ground, but the drop back in trip saw her disappoint when fourth in a Listed 3m Mares’ Chase at Exeter latest (146). Winner in that grade against her own sex over 3m on reappearance (145). Concerns are going related rather than stamina issues.

31. Panda Boy

Fifth in last season’s Irish Grand National (140) when pecked on landing two out. Fourth in Grade 3s at Punchestown and Naas this autumn. Ran on well into runner-up spot in Paddy Power Chase over Christmas (140). Keeping on nicely into never nearer fourth in Dublin Racing Festival staying handicap hurdle latest. Yard have Grand National runners and know what it takes to win it.

32. Eklat De Rire

Won three of first four starts over fences, but lost his way since. Lightly-raced for his age, though, and Grade 3 victor at Naas as a novice. Down to career low mark in this sphere after weakening eighth in the Foxrock at Navan (148). Not much better when second and last to finishing 3m rated chase at Fairyhouse (146) before pulling up in the Ultima during Cheltenham latest (also 146).

33. Chambard – Non-Runner on the Day

Kim Muir winner of 2022 (134) who put in a career best when bolting up in the Becher over these fences (140) in December. Pulled up on bottomless ground in the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow races since (144), but readily forgiven that and eighth in the official trial for this at Haydock (147) and same spot in Ultima at Cheltenham latest (146). Showed aptitude for the course, so one of the Grand National runners to note. Likely jockey cannot claim.

34. Kitty’s Light

Comes alive in the spring and bettered previous placed efforts in the Scottish Grand National and bet365 Gold Cup by winning both last term (off 140). Absolutely no stamina doubts whatsoever as also won the Eider Chase at Newcastle over further than 4m. May now be high enough in the weights for a tilt at this. Among the Grand National runners with obvious claims and sneaks into the final field after respectable seventh in the Ultima at Cheltenham latest (146).

Complete List of Grand National Runners

We feature all entries in our above list of Grand National runners from the initial 94. This will be reduced as forfeit stages come and go. Remember, the maximum field size is now 34 – reduced from 40. That means initial early closing entries of runners for the Grand National are very over-subscribed. From an initial 94 horses entered, two-thirds of those will not be able to line up at Aintree Here are all the runners in the Grand National in alphabetical order:

1. Noble Yeats
2. Nassalam
3. Coko Beach
4. Capodanno
5. I Am Maximus
6. Minella Indo
7. Corach Rambler
8. Janidil
9. Stattler
10. Mahler Mission
11. Delta Work
12. Foxy Jacks
13. Galvin
14. Farouk D’Alene
15. Eldorado Allen
16. Ain’t That A Shame
17. Vanillier
18. Mr Incredible
19. Run Wild Fred – NR
20. Latenightpass
21. Minella Crooner
22. Adamantly Chosen
23. Mac Tottie
24. Chemical Energy
25. Limerick Lace
26. Meetingofthewaters
27. The Goffer
28. Roi Mage
29. Glengouly
30. Galia Des Liteaux
31. Panda Boy
32. Eklat De Rire
33. Chambard – NR
34. Kitty’s Light

Grand National Runners and Weights

All Grand National runners have a certain weight they must carry. This is allotted to them by the BHA handicapper, who frames a special handicap for the race. Irish horses are often harshly treated by this assessment, so remember that before betting. The Grand National runners and weights are released around Valentine’s Day, so we know then which horse has what weight.

The topweight is always 11st 12lb. In another era, the handicapper could give a horse 12st or even 12st 7lb if that helped to get others into the weight. Any horse carrying less than 10st 2lb is what they call out of the handicap, and running off a higher than allotted rating. Grand National runners today are luckier than horses of previous generations, that’s for sure.

In modern times, only a few have carried more than 11st around Aintree to victory. Like any race where ratings determine weight carried, well-handicapped horses often win the contest. You can see what runners and riders for the Grand National this year have got in our detailed list above.

Grand National Runners and Odds

Just like any horse race, there are Grand National odds available to those who want to bet. This is one of the few events in the sport where there is a market all year round. Things really get shaken up when potential Grand National runners are revealed with the release of initial entries towards the end of January or start of February.

It almost goes without saying that this is a very competitive race indeed, so horse racing betting sites should have an ante post market that reflects that. Seeing double figure odds for the field is what to expect. After all, there are 40 runners and many more than that entered. The good thing is if your horse isn’t among Grand National runners, then you may receive your stake back if they are balloted out of the final field.

Key Trials for Runners in the Grand National

You may see tomorrow’s Grand National runners in action throughout the season without even realising it. This is because there are some official and many more unofficial trial races for the world’s most famous steeplechase. Many of this year’s Grand National runners took part in the following 25 races in the UK and Ireland over the course of the previous 13 months.

25 Trials for Runners for the Grand National

Past Grand National Winners And Runners Up

The runners and rides for the Grand National may contain past winners or horses placed at the track before. If you want to learn more about previous horse racing results, then you can do so on this very site. It may prove instructive to follow potential Grand National runners this way.

Just because a horse has done well in the big one at Aintree before doesn’t mean they will again. However, past Grand National results can tell us which horses performed over the marathon trip and infamous fences. Knowing that can help you make better informed decisions when betting. Here are recent Grand National winners and runners up for your information:

Grand National 2023

2022 Grand National

Grand National 2021

There was no Grand National race in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Grand National 2019

Grand National 2018

Grand National 2017

Grand National 2016

List of Recent Grand National Winners

Grand National Non Runners List

There can be only 34 Grand National runners now, so many horses are going to miss the cut. Others may not take up their early closing engagement with various declaration and forfeit stages following on from when initial entries come out at the end of January. See the latest Grand National non runners below. This list will get larger as we get close to the event View all of the non runners in the Grand National right here:

• Amirite – balloted out
• Angels Dawn – scratched
• Annual Invictus – balloted out
• Ashtown Lad – scratched
• Ash Tree Meadow – not qualified
• Asterion Forlonge – scratched
• Battleoverdoyen – not qualified
• Bronn – scratched
• Busselton – scratched
• Celebre D’Allen – scratched, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Cepage – balloted out
• Chambard – non-runner after final decs
• Classic Getaway – scratched, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Conflated – declared for the Melling Chase instead
• Desertmore House – balloted out
• Diol Ker – scratched
• Dunboyne – scratched
• Dusart – scratched
• Embittered – not eligible, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Empire Steel – scratched, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Fakiera – not qualified
• Fakir D’Alene – balloted out
• Fakir D’Oudairies – scratched
• Famous Bridge – balloted out
• Fantastic Lady – scratched, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Favori De Champdou – not eligible
• Fiddlerontheroof – scratched
• Frontal Assault – balloted out
• Full Back – scratched
• Fury Road – scratched
• Gevrey – scratched
• Good Boy Bobby – balloted out, declared for Topham Chase instead
• Hewick – scratched, declared for Liverpool Hurdle instead
• Highland Hunter – died
• Iron Bridge – balloted out
• Its On The Line – not qualified, declared for Foxhunters instead
• James Du Berlais – scratched, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• Kinondo Kwetu – balloted out, declared for the Freebooter instead
• Le Milos – scratched
• Letsbeclearaboutit – scratched
• Longhouse Poet – scratched
• Macs Charm – scratched
• Malina Girl – balloted out
• Minella Trump – scratched
• Mister Coffey – scratched
• Monbeg Genius – scratched
• Moroder – scratched
• Ontheropes – balloted out
• Placenet – not qualified
• Revels Hill – scratched
• Riaan – not qualified
• Royal Thief – not qualified
• Run Wild Fred – non-runner after final decs
• Sail Away – scratched
• Salvador Ziggy – scratched
• Samcro – scratched
• Shakem Up’Arry – balloted out, declared for the Topham Chase instead
• So Des Flos – not qualified
• Threeunderthrufive – scratched
• Tommie Beau – balloted out
• Tullybeg – balloted out
• Where It All Began – balloted out

Grand National Runners Tips

There is a knack to finding value among the Grand National runners, because there are so many to choose from. That can be daunting for some novice, inexperienced and casual punters, but serious gamblers have their ways. We asked our experts for some Grand National tips and they were only too happy to oblige.

Over the years, they have found plenty of winners and placed horses that ran well in defeat in the world’s greatest steeplechase. Follow their Grand National runners tips and you may be onto something for the Aintree showpiece. Here are their top three pieces of advice:

The Last Word on Grand National Runners

With so many runners at the Grand National, anything can and literally does happen. We hope that this guide has been useful and helps you decide on your bets. Knowing who the Grand National runners and riders are is the first port of call before taking a punt.

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